2 bay leaves ( If you like dry basil and parsley you can add it as well about 1/4 teaspoon each)

8 cups chicken broth

Salt and Pepper to taste

Flour for dusting chicken about 1/4 cup

1/4 cup cooking oil for browning

Brown chicken thighs in frying pan with oil on both sides. take chicken and place in a stock pot.add onions,garlic and carrots. then pour in the chicken broth and bay leaves bring to a boil over high heat.

Add in the tomatoes, and turn down to medium low let cook for 30 minutes add in the potatoes and cook until tender.